While Texas barrier islands get most Gulf Coast attention, Alabama's quieter coastal communities offer uncrowded beaches, preserved wetlands, and authentic seafood culture worth discovering.
The coastal law enforcement community remembers a decades-long career dedicated to public service and maritime safety along the Texas Gulf Coast.
WorldAtlas highlights coastal communities from Texas to Florida that offer distinct alternatives to familiar barrier island destinations along the Gulf shoreline.
Millions of pteropods, known as sea butterflies, have washed onto Texas beaches this week, stinging unsuspecting visitors with their tiny barbs and forcing beachgoers to adjust their plans.
A new public ferry service now connects Bradenton Beach to Coquina Beach, offering barrier island visitors an alternative to bridge traffic and expanded coastal access.
The tropical system has lost strength after landfall, but heavy rainfall continues to threaten coastal communities with flash flooding and power outages.
Sunny 99.1 launches contest giving educators a chance to win a Florida vacation, spotlighting teacher appreciation through Gulf Coast travel opportunities.
Fast-food chain launches state-themed menu with seven regional collectible cups starting September 1, including Coastal Bend representation alongside barbecue and queso offerings.
Research reveals microplastic particles may be causing physiological stress in oyster populations along the Texas coast, raising concerns about seafood safety and ecosystem health.
Mustang Island, Padre Island National Seashore, and Goose Island State Park earn recognition for pristine beaches, exceptional birding, and year-round access to Gulf waters.
A massive industrial project transforms agricultural land in South Texas, raising questions about environmental impact, water use, and coastal development priorities in a region known for fishing and beaches.
Texas regulators issued an emergency order stopping water releases from Lake Corpus Christi, affecting downstream users and highlighting ongoing tensions over Nueces River water rights.
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